Can You Get a Name Change After Divorce in North Carolina?
Most women change their names when they get married (70-80%). Also, 3% of men change their names when they get married. Someone who changes their name because of marriage may want to change their name again after a divorce. North Carolina allows for name change after divorce. If you are seeking a name change in…
Can You Be a Dental Hygienist With a Felony?
If you’re a dental hygienist facing a felony charge, whether or not you can continue practicing is a difficult question. Dentistry is a highly-regulated field where maintaining a clean record is essential for professional practice. The possibility of losing your dental hygienist license due to a criminal conviction is a daunting prospect. Fortunately, there are…
Which Parent Is Responsible for Medical Bills in North Carolina?
Divorcing partners should agree on which parent is responsible for medical bills for their child(ren). If they disagree, the court may order one or both parents to provide medical support. The court assigns responsibility for a child’s medical expenses based on factors such as which parent has employer-sponsored health insurance and their income. In this…
Divorce with a Special Needs Child in North Carolina
When parents of a special needs child divorce, there are unique issues and things to be aware of. A divorcing parent needs custody, support, and property division orders that are fair and workable going forward. The Remington & Dixon PLLC team discusses divorce with a special needs child in North Carolina. What Parents Should Know…
Is North Carolina a Compact State for Nursing?
There are 122,000 registered nurses in North Carolina. Nursing is a licensed profession in all 50 states. To create uniform standards and improve professional mobility, many states have joined the eNLC – the Enhanced Nursing Licensure Compact. Participating practitioners may take their services to other member states without additional licensing requirements or fees. Here, our…
Can You Get Back a North Carolina Nursing License?
While nursing is a satisfying and rewarding profession, licensed nurses must adhere to highly demanding ethical standards. After fielding complaints or conducting an investigation on a nurse’s conduct, the Board may elect to suspend or revoke a nursing license, putting the nurse’s career at risk. If you lose your nursing license, can you get it…
Will You Need a Forensic Accountant During Your Divorce?
Divorce is a complicated and often painful process, and it can be made even more difficult when couples have to divide their assets. The decisions made during the proceeding can have lasting effects. One decision is whether or not to hire a forensic accountant in divorce. A forensic accountant can help you identify all the…
What if a Nurse Tests Positive for THC in North Carolina?
A nurse who tests positive for THC in North Carolina can face potential investigation and discipline by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON), even if the nurse ingested a substance containing THC (like marijuana) legally in another jurisdiction or used a legal product like CBD. The NCBON takes the position that any positive test…
Advice for Nurses With a License on Probation
The responsibility bestowed upon nurses makes them held to a higher standard. Nurses must follow strict regulations set by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Failure to adhere to these rules can lead to several consequences, such as a nursing license probation. Our Charlotte nursing license defense attorney can offer essential advice for nurses on…
What Mistakes Can Be Used Against You in a Custody Battle?
Divorce might very well be one of the most difficult experiences you have to face in your life. Your priorities change, and sometimes those differences between you and your spouse have the potential to affect your child. Custody battles can get ugly; emotions run high, and things are said during the legal process which will…
